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Indiana State Capitol
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Indiana State Capitol

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Indiana State Capitol
4.5
#19 of 170 things to do in Indianapolis
Architectural Buildings
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Detailed Reviews: Reviews order informed by descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as cleanliness, atmosphere, general tips and location information.
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4.5
282 reviews
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BigMerk
Glasgow, UK2,274 contributions
Stately building for a Stare Capitol
Sep. 2023 • Friends
Very attractive and stately (no pun intended) building. We did the self tour saw we like doing these at our own fast pace. This is one of the last Capitol buildings I had yet to visit (some others were outside visits only) but it’s definitely one of the nicest.
Written October 4, 2023
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Scott G
Washington DC, DC408 contributions
Handsome exterior
Jul. 2023
It is s a lovely building. Unfortunately, we arrived on a Saturday after it was closed for public viewing inside. Compared to other state capitols I have visited, it is fairly urban -- mostly surrounded by city, not by parks.
Written July 6, 2023
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Morgan Withers
Indiana11 contributions
Fantastic Experience
Apr. 2023 • Business
Had such a fantastic time at the state capital building! The tour guide was so helpful and the architecture was so interesting!
Written April 26, 2023
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Eveleena
Franz Josef, New Zealand18 contributions
No drive
Mar. 2023 • Friends
We did not drive, got dropped off. We spoke with fellow tourists who drove here who paid extortionate amount for parking as it is in the middle of downtown. There is no real drive to drive tourists numbers to visit this place as we were left pretty much on our own for self tour.
Written April 23, 2023
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Nettie J
Malone, WI29 contributions
Beautiful Capitol Building
Feb. 2023
What a beautiful Capitol building! The woman who gave me a tour was outstanding. Have the option for self-guided or formal tour.
Written March 1, 2023
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Aviron
New York City, NY221 contributions
Beautiful in and out
Feb. 2023
I love State Capitols and this is one of the loveliest I have seen. Beautiful exterior and well designed and decorated interior. The tour was comprehensive.
Written February 14, 2023
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Jacob H
Indianapolis, IN355 contributions
Worked in Building
Jan. 2023 • Business
One of very few state capitols with all three branches under same roof. Lots of history always being made and unique sites especially during session. Free tours and the guides are very informative and nice!
Written January 25, 2023
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Brandon
Pittsburgh, PA463 contributions
Beautiful View
Nov. 2022 • Couples
The Indiana State Capital is nestled between most of the popular attractions downtown. Be sure to slide on over and grab a picture and check out the beautifully sculpted building.
Written November 27, 2022
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sharonjxn
Selma, IN486 contributions
Excellent experience!
Oct. 2022
I had no idea that a self-guided or a guided tour of the State Capitol was available. As we were visiting the canal and Eiteljorg Museum as well, we enjoyed free parking, and it was only a short walk to the capitol.
We only walked around the rotunda area but also were welcomed to the Governor's office where we could see his personal inner office. Visitors can come in when he is not on the site.
Next time I would make time for the guided tour. The worker at the information desk was so helpful and eager to make sure we had an enjoyable visit. We really felt welcome.
Written October 29, 2022
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Kate Illinois1
Illinois4,722 contributions
Informative Free tour but parking costly
Sep. 2022
Tours are free; I called ahead to reserve time, Our tour guide had a good knowledge of the building and Indiana history. It was an enjoyable tour. Some of the furniture in the Governor's office were made by prisoners. Beautiful craftmanship especially the conference table. No street parking available. We parked in garage across the street from Capital.....little pricey. ($12.00 for 2 hours)
Written October 3, 2022
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